Medical City Dallas
Dallas, Texas
A full-service acute care hospital and one of the busiest trauma centers in North Texas.
Estimated Weekly Pay
$2,650
our editorial estimate, not reported pay
$2,650
Avg Weekly Pay
782
Beds
No
Magnet Designated
13 weeks
Contract Length
How to read these numbers
Pay figures for Medical City Dallas are our own editorial estimates, last reviewed July 31, 2026. They are not survey results, agency-reported rates, or government wage data, and they should not be cited as a data source. Use them to orient yourself, then check any specific offer against the actual contract. Our methodology page explains exactly how each figure is produced and which ones come from a published source.
Pay Information
Average Hourly Rate
$46/hr
Taxable wages only
Average Weekly Pay
$2,650
Including stipends
Texas info: No state income tax. GSA housing rate: $192/night. View Texas pay guide →
Pros & Cons for Travel Nurses
Pros
- ✓ No state income tax
- ✓ Affordable living
- ✓ Busy trauma experience
- ✓ Free parking
- ✓ HCA system
Cons
- ✗ HCA corporate culture
- ✗ Can be understaffed
- ✗ High acuity
- ✗ Hot summers
Staffing & Work Environment
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio
1:4-5 ICU, 1:5-6 Med-Surg
Shift Options
Days, Nights, PRN
Parking
Free parking
Contract Length
13 weeks
In-Demand Units
These units frequently have travel nurse openings at Medical City Dallas:
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Hospital Specialties
Medical City Dallas is known for excellence in:
Tips for Travelers
- 💡 HCA contracts are plentiful
- 💡 Dallas has lots of housing options
- 💡 Great for trauma experience
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make at Medical City Dallas?
Travel nurses at Medical City Dallas typically earn $46/hour in taxable wages, with total weekly pay averaging around $2,650. Actual pay varies by specialty, shift, and current demand. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
What is the nurse-to-patient ratio at Medical City Dallas?
Medical City Dallas maintains nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5 ICU, 1:5-6 Med-Surg. As a non-Magnet hospital, ratios may vary by unit and shift.
What units are in demand at Medical City Dallas?
The highest-demand units at Medical City Dallas include ER, ICU, OR, L&D, Trauma. These units frequently have travel nurse openings and may offer premium rates during high-demand periods.
Is Medical City Dallas a good hospital for travel nurses?
Medical City Dallas is not Magnet-designated with a Level I trauma designation. Points travelers often weigh in its favor: no state income tax, affordable living. Points to check before signing: hca corporate culture, can be understaffed. These notes are our own editorial summary, not survey results or reviews from travelers, so confirm unit-level details with the recruiter and the hospital before accepting.
What specialties does Medical City Dallas offer for travel nurses?
Medical City Dallas is known for Trauma, Cardiac, Neurology, and other specialties. They frequently hire travel nurses for ER, ICU, OR units.